OREO Writing How to Write an Opinion Paragraph Common Core Writing

OREO Writing

How to Write an Opinion Paragraph

Common Core Writing

The OREO Process

O = Opinion

R = Reasons

E = Evidence/Examples

O = Opinion (again)

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Persuasive Phrases• I am writing to..• We can solve this by…• I believe that…• What would happen if…• Do you realize…• I challenge…• A friend of mine says…• Are you interested in…• If you continue to think this way,…

A Sample Opinion

Opinion: I believe that all students should wear uniforms.

Not an Opinion: I want to work on making our playground better. (This is a STATEMENT)

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What does Persuade Mean?

• A means of convincing people.– To buy a certain product– To believe something– To act a certain way– To agree with a point of

view

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What Examples of Persuasion Do You Know?

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwRISkyV_B8&feature=player_embedded#t=97

• What are they persuading you to do?

• Other Examples– A courtroom– Commercials on TV– Commercials on the

Radio– Politics– Fundraising/Bake Sales,

etc

• “Have It Your Way”– Burger King

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwRISkyV_B8&feature=player_embedded#t=97





Let’s Get Started!

O: Opinion

– State your thoughts and feelings about a certain topic.

– Make sure you feel strongly enough to pick a side and stay with it!

Pick a Side

• School Uniforms- Yes or No?

• Installing a snack machine for students- Why or Why Not?

• Should I ride your favorite roller coaster? Why or Why Not?

• Cancel Recess? Why or Why Not?

KEEP GOING!

R: Reasons

– Now that you have chosen a side, give your reasons!

– A good persuasive paper would have at least three reasons!

Topic: School Uniforms:

Reasons:1.2.3.

NEXT!

E: Examples

– You now have your reasons for believing in your topic.

– Give me examples of why I should agree with you.

– WHAT SUPPORTS YOUR AGUEMENT!

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What Could Your Examples Be?

• Use BIG names.– Former U.S. president

Bill Clinton thinks that junk food should be taken out of vending machines.

• Logos– Facts, numbers and

information can be very convincing!

– Example: A Snickers bar has 280 calories and 30 grams of sugar. That’s not very healthy.

• Use Emotion!– Example: Your donation

might just get this puppy off the street and into a good home.

• Relate to others.– Example: Believe me!

I’ve been there before. I’m just like you.

LAST!

O: Opinion

– Restate your opinion

– Remind the reader what your stand point is!

ARE YOU READY TO PERSUADE?

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OREO Writing How to Write an Opinion Paragraph Common Core Writing